1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 23 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 130 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 2005 Ford Focus, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Focus |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
