1996 Honda Today vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 785 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Today | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |