1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1975 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 760 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1975 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | Mondial | 1000 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |