1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 511 kg more than 1980 Renault 18. 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, 1980 Renault 18, 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Mondial | 18 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
