2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 297 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mondeo | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
