2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 78 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 1992 Porsche 968 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mondeo | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 74 L |
