2009 Acura MDX vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 1139 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
