1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 371 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 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 1991 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fairlane | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
