2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1986 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Passat 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 123 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1986 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rondo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
