1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1979 Ford Taunus
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 Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 Ford Taunus. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1979 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 94 L |
