2009 Acura MDX vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
