2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Mondeo | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
