1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 14 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 486 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. 1999 Honda Odyssey 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. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Mondial | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
