2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1987 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1987 Nissan Silvia 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 1987 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1987 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
