2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 418 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1994 Italdesign Nazca 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 1994 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Ford | Italdesign |
Model | Mondeo | Nazca |
Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |