2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 128 kg more than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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 Toyota Blizzard 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
