1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark 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:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Skylark | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
