1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 456 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | Mondial | Ascona |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |