2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema 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 64 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1989 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 | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rondo | Thema |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
