1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 222 kg more than 1995 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Altima |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
