1980 Ford Laser 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 Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Laser 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 Laser | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Laser | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
