1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1988 Volvo 245 is newer by 8 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 118 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 245.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 245. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Mondial | 245 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
