1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 405 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Vauxhall Victor 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 1962 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1962 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mondeo | Victor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
