1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 44 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
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) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (306 Nm). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mondial | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 5798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
