2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1966 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Toyota Crown.
Because 1966 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
