1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 6 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 35 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Mondial | Mondial |
Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 86 L |