2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 646 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
