2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1992 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Corsa 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 110 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 708 kg more than 1992 Opel Corsa. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1992 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
