1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 434 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 2004 Ford Freestar, 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. 2004 Ford Freestar 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. 2004 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Freestar |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |