1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1986 Ferrari Mondial and 1986 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 152 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (115 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 465 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | Mondial | 205 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |