2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 748 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
