1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 51 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (159 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2012 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | A 109 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 159 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
