2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 147 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 831 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondeo | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
