1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Talbot 1510. 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Mondeo | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
