2006 Acura MDX vs. 1986 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Avanti Avanti. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1986 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Acura | Avanti |
| Model | MDX | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 95 L |
