1977 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort 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 93 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 644 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1977 Ford Escort 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 1977 Ford Escort. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Ford Escort 2010 Ford Mondeo
Make Ford Ford
Model Escort Mondeo
Year Released 1977 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 939 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 45 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 60 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 912 kg 1556 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 70 L