1970 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Capri 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:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
