2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 107 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mondeo | Pan Americana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
