1986 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Taurus 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 93 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taurus | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
