2007 Acura MDX vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600. 2007 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | S600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |
