1989 Holden Camira 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 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Camira 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 68 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Camira. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1989 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1989 Holden Camira 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 Holden Camira | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Camira | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
