2003 Acura EL vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 365 kg more than 1982 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, 2003 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | EL | Sunny |
Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |