2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 438 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |