1995 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (136 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 362 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (184 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 2009 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
