2009 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century 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 196 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 422 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. 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 1979 Buick Century. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
