2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Ascona 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 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rondo | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
