1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 333 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
