2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 137 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
