2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 448 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 1976 Toyota Celica. 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |