2007 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri 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 188 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Capri. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1979 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |
