1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic 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 77 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 140 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 Renault Scenic, 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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Mondial | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
