1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 12 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |