2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 82 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 548 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
