2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia 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 115 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Rondo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
