2010 Acura MDX vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 479 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura MDX | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | Falcon |
Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2830 mm |