2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo 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 131 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Rondo | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
