2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
