2007 Acura MDX vs. 1986 Buick Estate
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Estate. 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1986 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Estate |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 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 | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
