1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 13 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, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 28 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | Mondial | NSX |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |