2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 553 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
