2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1980 Lada 1200
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 1200 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 95 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 533 kg more than 1980 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada 1200 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 1980 Lada 1200. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1980 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mondeo | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1478 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 39 L |
