2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 208 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 | 1383 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
