1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 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 195 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305, 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 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondial | 305 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
