1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 700 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1978 Nissan Cherry has manual transmission. 1978 Nissan Cherry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Cherry | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
