2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 544 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara. 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 (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mondeo | Samara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
