1970 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1970 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Sunny | TL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2776 mm |
