2008 Acura MDX vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 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 5 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 930. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930. 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 1980 Porsche 930. 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX. 2008 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 930 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 | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | MDX | 930 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
