1974 Citroen SM vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen SM (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 8 kg more than 1974 Citroen SM.
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, 1974 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | SM | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 59 L |
