2008 Acura MDX vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Corolla 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 226 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla. 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 1994 Toyota Corolla. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
