1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (108 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondeo | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |