1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 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 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 41 more horse power than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 205 kg more than 1991 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Mondial | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
