1995 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 409 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200. 2012 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 200 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Rover | Ford |
Model | 200 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |