2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Hit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
