1993 Tata Estate vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (113 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1993 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Tata Estate weights approximately 156 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1993 Tata Estate 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 1993 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Tata Estate | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Tata | Ford |
| Model | Estate | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
