2009 Kia Rondo vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 485 kg more than 1975 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rondo | Sunny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |