2006 Acura MDX vs. 1985 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Taurus 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 114 more horse power than 1985 Ford Taurus. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Ford Taurus. 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 1985 Ford Taurus. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Taurus. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1985 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
