1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rondo weights approximately 820 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Rondo (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Cherry | Rondo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |