2006 Acura MDX vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 177 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 675 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
