1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Jaguar XJS 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 1981 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJS | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
