1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 22 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant 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. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondial | Galant |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |
