2000 Audi TT vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1986 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (286 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | TT | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
