1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Telstar 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 173 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 440 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar, 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
