1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 32 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 106 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ferrari | Dacia |
Model | Mondial | Duster |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2673 mm |