2007 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit 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 150 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1990 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Spirit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
