2009 Acura MDX vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer 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 184 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (116 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 672 kg more than 1983 Toyota Soarer. 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 1983 Toyota Soarer. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |