1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord 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 210 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 301 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Mondial | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
