1974 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 544 kg more than 1974 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Violet 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 1974 Nissan Violet. 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 (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Violet | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Violet | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |