2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rondo | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
