2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mondeo | Renown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
