1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 30 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, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1503 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Escape |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3505 mm |