2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 88 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 (190 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
