1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 675 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Corsair | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
