1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 1998 Renault Spider 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 Renault Spider.
Because 1998 Renault Spider 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 Renault Spider. 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 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Renault Spider | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mondeo | Spider |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |