1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 340 kg more than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. 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 (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | Mondial | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |