1980 Renault 14 vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 14 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 68 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 686 kg more than 1980 Renault 14. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 14 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 14 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
