1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 16 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondeo | Polo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
