1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 386 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
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, 2001 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Mondial | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7350 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |
