1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 23 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 2,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 770 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 95 L |
