2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1992 Volvo 460
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 384 kg more than 1992 Volvo 460. 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, 1992 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1992 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | 460 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
