2005 Acura EL vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura EL weights approximately 255 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | EL | 211 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
