1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 650 kg more than 1976 Volvo 66. 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. 1976 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | Mondial | 66 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |