1970 Dodge Dart vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 115 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dart | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
