1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1982 Saab 99
To start off, both 1982 Ferrari Mondial and 1982 Saab 99 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 153 more horse power than 1982 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1982 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 290 kg more than 1982 Saab 99. 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 Saab 99, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1982 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | Mondial | 99 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
