1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
