1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | NSX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
