2008 Acura TSX vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 26 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 459 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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TSX | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
