2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (90 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 336 kg more than 1986 Renault 21. 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, 1986 Renault 21 (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |
