2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1968 Nissan President 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 1968 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1968 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1968 Nissan President | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | President |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |