1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 375 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1987 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | G |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
