1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 181 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Versa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
