1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1982 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 1800. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 300 kg more than 1969 Volvo 1800. 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, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Mondial | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
