1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor 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 111 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Meteor 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:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Meteor | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
