1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 19 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 75 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. 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, 1999 Holden Vectra, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Mondial | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
