2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 523 kg more than 1979 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Carina 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 1979 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
