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, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 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 | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
