1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rondo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Kia Rondo (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2011 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Land Cruiser | Rondo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3432 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |