1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1995 Ford Mondeo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 1966 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mondeo | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2940 mm |
