1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | W 111 | Rondo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |