2007 Acura MDX vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 178 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
