1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Granada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1520 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
