1971 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (223 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 39 kg more than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Land Rover Serie II | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Serie II | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 223 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
