2006 Kia Carens vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carens | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
