2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 36 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 163 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 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 (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mondeo | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
