2002 Kia Sportage vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 533 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | 211 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
