2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 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 58 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
