1971 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 428 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
