1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, both 1982 Ferrari Mondial and 1982 Oldsmobile Omega were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 149 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1982 Oldsmobile Omega | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mondial | Omega |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |