2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 658 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Sera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
