2009 Kia Rondo vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 660 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rondo | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rondo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
