2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 900 kg more than 1976 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 Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |
