1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 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 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 138 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 360 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. 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, 1986 Toyota Carina, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | Mondial | Carina |
Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |