1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 217 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1971 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
