2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 643 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
