1986 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 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), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 694 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2009 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 59 L |
