1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 246 kg more than 1970 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | Mondial | 145 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |