1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega 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 178 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | Mondial | Omega |
Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |