1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 166 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza. 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | Mondial | Monza |
Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |