2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza 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 61 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 523 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Stanza |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |