1972 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang 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:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
