2010 Acura MDX vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 334 kg more than 1966 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura MDX | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Acura | Rover |
Model | MDX | P5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 54 L |