1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 536 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chevrolet Vega 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 Vega. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Vega | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Vega | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
