2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
