1986 Ford Tempo 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 Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 285 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo. 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 (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Tempo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
