1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Mondeo (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
