2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird 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 86 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Rondo | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
