2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Holden Commodore (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Rondo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 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 | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
