2007 Acura MDX vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Santana 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 207 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Santana. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Santana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
