1992 Renault 19 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 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 379 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 19 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
