2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1986 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Passat (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 309 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1986 Volkswagen Passat (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1986 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondeo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
