2010 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega

To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Omega 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 211 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 934 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. 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 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Acura MDX 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
Make Acura Oldsmobile
Model MDX Omega
Year Released 2010 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 2474 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2064 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4867 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1994 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1732 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2751 mm 2670 mm


 

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