2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (144 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 202 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Mondeo | Serie II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
