2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 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 92 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rondo | 343 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
