1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 1997 Holden Nova is newer by 11 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 (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 405 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova. 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, 1997 Holden Nova, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1997 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Mondial | Nova |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
