2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 668 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
