1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. Both 1993 Ford Mondeo and 1998 Hyundai Sonata are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondeo | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
