1954 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | 40 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
