2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President.
Because 1970 Nissan President 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 1970 Nissan President. 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 (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1970 Nissan President | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | President |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |