2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 69 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 498 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |
