1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 33 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1252 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 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 2013 Nissan Armada 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. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | Mondial | Armada |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |