1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1976 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort 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 222 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 594 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1976 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Escort |
Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |