1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | AMC | Kia |
| Model | Ambassador | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
