1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (114 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 440 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (152 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
