2007 Acura MDX vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona 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 211 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Corona. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |