2010 Ford Mondeo vs. 1984 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 490 kg more than 1984 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Nissan Laurel 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 1984 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Mondeo | 1984 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
