1986 Chrysler ES vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chrysler ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler ES (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler ES should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 Chrysler ES.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler ES. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler ES | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | ES | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
