1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 19 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 155 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. 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, 2005 Nissan Primera, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (159 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Primera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 88 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |
