2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 517 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 21 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
