1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 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 107 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 438 kg more than 1983 Renault 5. 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 (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Mondial | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 51 L |
