1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 9 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 201 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850. 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, 1995 Volvo 850, 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 (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Mondial | 850 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 58 L |
