2003 Acura MDX vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1973 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 MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
