1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 186 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
