2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1975 Lada 1200
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1975 Lada 1200.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lada 1200. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1975 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1975 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1975 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Rondo | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 39 L |
