1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 11 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 188 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | Mondial | Niva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 42 L |
