2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 509 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 90 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |