2005 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 750 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
