2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
