2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1983 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Cressida 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 58 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Cressida.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1983 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
