1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1995 Honda CRX
To start off, 1995 Honda CRX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial 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 136 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 420 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX. 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, 1995 Honda CRX, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1995 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Mondial | CRX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
