2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
