1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avalon is newer by 19 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 57 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1985 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (279 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avalon. 2004 Toyota Avalon 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. 2004 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Mondial | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
