2006 Acura MDX vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 590 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |
