2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 56 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mondeo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
