1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1992 Buick LeSabre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre. 1992 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | LeSabre | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 86 L |
