1976 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 326 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
