1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Because 1976 Opel Commodore 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 1976 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1976 Opel Commodore (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
