2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica 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 67 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
