1992 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 552 kg more than 1992 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic. 2011 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |