1980 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Capri 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 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Capri 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:

1980 Ford Capri 2007 Kia Rondo
Make Ford Kia
Model Capri Rondo
Year Released 1980 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 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 85 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 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2710 mm


 

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