2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 519 kg more than 1988 Honda Integra. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Integra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
