2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 129 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
