1974 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 182 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Cedric | Sportage |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2639 mm |