1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa 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 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 81 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 20 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 Previa, 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 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa. 2004 Toyota Previa 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 Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Mondial | Previa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
