2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 397 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
