1990 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Kia Rondo

To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic 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 12 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic 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:

1990 Honda Civic 2007 Kia Rondo
Make Honda Kia
Model Civic Rondo
Year Released 1990 2007
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 7100 RPM 4250 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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