1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1976 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Laurel (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1976 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1976 Nissan Laurel 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 1976 Nissan Laurel. 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 (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1976 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 1345 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
