2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator 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 48 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rondo | Senator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
