1990 Porsche Pan Americana vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 191 kg more than 2010 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rondo. 2010 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche Pan Americana has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | Pan Americana | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
