1985 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 94 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1980 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | CX | Mondial |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 243 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |