1989 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
