1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 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 1989 Porsche 911. 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mondeo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 77 L |
