1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 71 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Volare. 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 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
Model | Mondial | Volare |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |