1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 251 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1955 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
