2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Cressida (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 274 kg more than 1987 Toyota Cressida.
Because 1987 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
