1992 Porsche 964 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 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 371 kg more than 1992 Porsche 964.
Because 1992 Porsche 964 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, 1992 Porsche 964 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 964. 2010 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 964 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 964 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 964 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 964 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
