2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 762 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Cherry |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |