2001 Acura RL vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 860 kg more than 1986 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RL | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
