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 114 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 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 15 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (203 Nm @ 1900 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 | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
| 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 | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
