1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1993 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 1993 Ford Mondeo and 1993 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 530 kg more than 1993 Renault Twingo. 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 (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Twingo. 1993 Renault Twingo has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1993 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
