1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 1988 Holden Camira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial 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 152 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira. 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, 1988 Holden Camira, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1988 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Mondial | Camira |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
