1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Because 1998 Opel Speedster 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 1998 Opel Speedster. 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, 1998 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Speedster |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |