2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 611 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Vanquish | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
