2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1958 Rover P5 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 1958 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Mondeo | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Mondeo | P5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |