1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. 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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Mondial | 929 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
