2000 Acura NSX vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 760 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
