2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (143 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Mondeo | A 109 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1437 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
