1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 27 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 43 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 290 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondial | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
