1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | Mondial | X670 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3184 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1928 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2815 mm |