1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 21 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mondial | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
