2007 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Electra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
