2009 Acura MDX vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Passat 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) has 230 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 744 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. 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 1987 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | MDX | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
