1982 Porsche 930 vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 69 kg more than 1982 Porsche 930.
Because 1982 Porsche 930 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 1982 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1982 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 930 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 930 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
