2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 362 kg more than 1983 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
