2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Porsche 928 (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 928 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 | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Rondo | 928 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
