1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 29 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 51 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 34 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, 2009 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2009 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondial | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
