1984 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1984 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 540 kg more than 1984 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 80, 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 80 | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 80 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
