1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1977 Audi 80
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 80 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 (268 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1977 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 624 kg more than 1977 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1977 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | Mondial | 80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
