2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 83 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 1969 Holden Monaro 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 1969 Holden Monaro. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mondeo | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
