2006 Acura MDX vs. 1984 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Century weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Century. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1984 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
