2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1986 Renault Rodeo has manual transmission. 1986 Renault Rodeo 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 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rondo | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
