2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
