1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1984 Renault R5
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault R5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault R5 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 780 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. 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) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1984 Renault R5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Mondial | R5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
