1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1984 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 645 kg more than 1982 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Patrol 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, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |
