2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 428 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
