1985 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo 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 82 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Tempo 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:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Tempo | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
