1995 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1999 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. (119 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corsica | 1999 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corsica | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
