1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST 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. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi SST is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 1998 Mitsubishi SST 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. 1998 Mitsubishi SST will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondeo | SST |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
