2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1965 Saab MC
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 688 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1965 Saab MC | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mondeo | MC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
