1986 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 338 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
