1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara is newer by 5 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 13 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Mondeo | Samara |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |