2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1983 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mondeo | Camira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
