2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho 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 103 more horse power than 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho has manual transmission. 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho 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 | 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
| Make | Kia | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Rondo | Rancho |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
