2009 Audi R8 vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 235 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 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
