2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 599 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mondeo | 100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
