2003 Acura NSX vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura NSX weights approximately 615 kg more than 1985 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 NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 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 |
