1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1982 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 38 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1982 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 208 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
