1990 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Blizzard | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Blizzard | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
