1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 20 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 66 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 48 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape 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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Escape |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |
