2007 Acura MDX vs. 1986 Buick LeSabre
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 LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick LeSabre. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1986 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
