1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1980 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 710 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1980 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | Mondial |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 243 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2710 mm |