2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 368 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Presea. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Presea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
