1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LeSabre | Rondo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |