2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (168 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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 (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Mondeo | 88 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
