2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona 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 86 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
