2006 Acura MDX vs. 1992 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Golf 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 139 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 330 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1992 Volkswagen Golf. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1992 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | MDX | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
