2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rondo | Thema |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
