2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1972 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 830 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (172 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1972 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
