2008 Acura TSX vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 446 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
Because 1996 Mazda MPV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mazda MPV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | TSX | MPV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
