2004 Acura NSX vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | NSX | Mondial |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |