1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mondeo.
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, 1998 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mondeo | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
