1989 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 238 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |