1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1992 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Delta weights approximately 237 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Delta 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, 1992 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1992 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Delta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
