1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1991 Ford Escort
To start off, 1991 Ford Escort is newer by 7 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 180 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 375 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1991 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Escort |
Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1858 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |