2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 655 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. 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 @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
