2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | N III |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
