1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 6 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 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 (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 54 L |
