1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega 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 148 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Mondial | Omega |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
