1978 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 334 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
