2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1984 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 764 kg more than 1984 Innocenti 990. 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1984 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Mondeo | 990 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2050 mm |
