1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 13 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 85 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 158 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Contour |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
