1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 14 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 575 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Mondeo | Safari |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |