1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1997 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 806 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 806. 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, 1997 Peugeot 806, 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 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1997 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondial | 806 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
