2006 Acura MDX vs. 1984 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Nova 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 209 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 835 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. 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 1984 Vauxhall Nova. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1984 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Acura | Vauxhall |
| Model | MDX | Nova |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
