2007 Acura MDX vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MDX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
