1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1982 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza 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 145 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 475 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
