2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone 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 115 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1981 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1981 Subaru Leone 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 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Rondo | Leone |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |