2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1985 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Century.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Toyota Century (290 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1985 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
