2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Lada 111
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada 111 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 58 more horse power than 1998 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 519 kg more than 1998 Lada 111. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mondeo | 111 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |
