1995 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 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, 1995 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Legend | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3205 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
