2001 Kia Sportage vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. Both 2001 Kia Sportage and 1970 Nissan Cedric are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 167 kg more than 1970 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
