2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rondo | 265 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
