2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 485 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mondeo | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
