1968 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
