2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor 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 154 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 478 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1958 Vauxhall Victor 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 Vauxhall Victor. 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 (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Mondeo 1958 Vauxhall Victor
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Mondeo Victor
Year Released 2008 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 1507 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1458 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2500 mm


 

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