2007 Acura MDX vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Mustang. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
