2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1991 Rover 820
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 820. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 820 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 820 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 820 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Rover 820.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 820. (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 820.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1991 Rover 820 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mondeo | 820 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
