2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 48 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rondo | 230 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
