1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 25 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 103 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 111 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, 2005 Kia Carens, 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, 2005 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | Mondial | Carens |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |