1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 38 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 820 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, 2010 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Sunny | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2629 mm |
