1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett 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 (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 716 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | Mondial | Kadett |
Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 43 L |