2008 Acura MDX vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 310 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4. 2008 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1959 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1959 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Acura | Riley |
| Model | MDX | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
