1999 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 128 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.
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 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Prizm | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Prizm | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |