1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Mondial 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 102 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760. 1988 Volvo 760 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. 1988 Volvo 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | Mondial | 760 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |