2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount.
Because 1966 Vauxhall Viscount 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 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mondeo | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Mondeo | Viscount |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |