2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1980 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 291 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1980 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Sprinter | Mondial |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 243 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2710 mm |