2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1972 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan President weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1972 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 1972 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 (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1972 Nissan President | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | President |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 236 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 Weight | 1478 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |