2009 Kia Rondo vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 745 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 Kia Rondo (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rondo | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rondo | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
