2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 1986 Honda Integra
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 Honda Integra.
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, 2003 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 1986 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Integra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
