1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Toyota Corolla 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. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2601 mm |
