2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 407 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. 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 (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
