2009 Kia Rondo vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Because 1981 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Rondo | Granada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |