1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 41 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 656 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, 2013 Acura ILX (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Sunny | ILX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
