1979 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 505 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | LTD | Rondo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |