2008 Acura MDX vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa 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 232 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 635 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |