1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 7 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Mondial | Mondial |
Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |