2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. Both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 1992 Pontiac Sunbird are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 418 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Mondeo | Sunbird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1127 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |