2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1949 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mondeo | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3060 mm |
