1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |
