1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 596 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 1973 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Skyline | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
