1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 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 100 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 71 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.

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, 2010 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. 2010 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Ferrari Mondial 2010 Ford Mondeo
Make Ferrari Ford
Model Mondial Mondeo
Year Released 1984 2010
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2927 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 17.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 220 km/hour 205 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1576 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 70 L


 

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