1978 Ford Taunus 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 Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus 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 129 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Taunus 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:
| 1978 Ford Taunus | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taunus | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
