1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 385 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Nissan President 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 1968 Nissan President. 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, 1968 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 1968 Nissan President | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | President |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |