1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 414i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 414i would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 414i (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 414i should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 74 kg more than 1995 Rover 414i.
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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 414i. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 414i.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Rover 414i | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Mondeo | 414i |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |