1990 Dodge Colt vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Colt (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt.
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, 1990 Dodge Colt (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Colt | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
