1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 72 kg more than 1974 Volvo 244. 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244. 1974 Volvo 244 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 244 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Mondial | 244 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
