1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. 1997 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
