1996 Kia Clarus vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Kia Clarus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Clarus (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Clarus weights approximately 525 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Kia Clarus (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Clarus | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Clarus | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
