2009 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 169 kg more than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Retro Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
