1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 54 kg more than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Because 1978 Ford Falcon 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 1978 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Falcon | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |