2009 Kia Rondo vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 345 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Rondo (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rondo | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rondo | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
