1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 20 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 79 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Mondial | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
