1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 256 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 Mercury Montego, 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 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 2005 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | Mondial | Montego |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
