2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 382 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mondeo | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 77 L |
