2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
