2008 Acura MDX vs. 1992 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1992 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MDX | 88 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
