2008 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry 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 182 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. 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 1990 Toyota Camry. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |