1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 539 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Datsun | Ferrari |
| Model | 1800 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 74 L |
