1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny 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 207 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 880 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Sunny | CL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
