1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial 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 133 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 386 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Mondial | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
