1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Aspen | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
