2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 613 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro. 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, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 722 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mondeo 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Ford Lotec
Model Mondeo Testa de Oro
Year Released 2005 1995
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1794 cc 4943 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 202 km/hour 342 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1469 kg 1650 kg


 

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