1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 26 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | Mondial | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3458 cc |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
