2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Trevi (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Lancia Trevi.
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, 1981 Lancia Trevi (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Trevi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |
