2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 710 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 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 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2300 mm |
