1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1992 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 10 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 149 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1992 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Sierra |
Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |