2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 408 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |