2006 Acura MDX vs. 1995 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 274 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1995 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Acura | Italdesign |
| Model | MDX | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
