2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1982 Toyota Celica

To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 293 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1982 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 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mondeo 1982 Toyota Celica
Make Ford Toyota
Model Mondeo Celica
Year Released 2005 1982
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 1972 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 103 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 89 mm
Top Speed 202 km/hour 174 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1469 kg 1176 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2620 mm


 

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