1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Celica | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
