1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 74 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |