1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1977 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1977 Nissan Cedric 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 1977 Nissan Cedric. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1977 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
