2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 678 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. 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 (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
