1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 15 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1612 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Mondeo | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 86 L |
