1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1974 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 Opel Ascona. 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1974 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Mondial | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 910 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
