1976 Holden Sunbird 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 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Sunbird 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:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Sunbird | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
