1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 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 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 173 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 705 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Mondial | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
