1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 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 91 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | Mondial | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
