1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 251 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Mustang 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 1991 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
