1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | Mondial | Forester |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
