1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 491 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | Mondial | Ascona |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |