1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 620 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Mondial | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Mondial | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
