1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Charger | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Charger | Mondial |
Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |