2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1975 Ford Torino 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 1975 Ford Torino. 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Torino |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1364 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 87 L |
