1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
