1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 8 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (268 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 106 kg more than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Mondial | Mondial |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 86 L |