2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 342 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 1977 Porsche 930 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 1977 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 930. (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mondeo | 930 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |