1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 521 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mondeo | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |