1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 186 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Quattro | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
