2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 502 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
