1991 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1991 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 385 kg more than 1991 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Kia Rondo (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Corsair. 2009 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Corsair | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Corsair | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
