1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 550 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Mondial | 323 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
