2009 Acura MDX vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 644 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930. 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 1975 Porsche 930. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 930. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 930. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 930 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 | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | MDX | 930 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
