1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 17 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 455 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Mondeo | Sumo |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2425 mm |