1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66.
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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66. 1977 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Mondial | 66 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
