1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2007 Kia Rondo

To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva 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 105 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ford Festiva 2007 Kia Rondo
Make Ford Kia
Model Festiva Rondo
Year Released 1988 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4250 RPM
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2710 mm


 

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