1999 Buick Regal vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 215 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
