1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 24 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 61 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 78 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 2004 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
