2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 183 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 1988 Renault 25 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. 1988 Renault 25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
