1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 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, 1995 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 302 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Ford Mondeo (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
