2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 1993 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 443 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto. 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 1993 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
