1986 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 639 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
