1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 34 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Shadow | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
