2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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 (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mondeo | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
