1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 100 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 Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
