2009 Acura MDX vs. 1966 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 673 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1966 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 6385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
