1952 Nissan Sports vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 830 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Nissan Sports | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Sports | CL |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 3210 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2580 mm |
