1992 Pontiac Sunbird vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. Both 1992 Pontiac Sunbird and 2010 Ford Mondeo are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 357 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Sunbird | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
