1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 24 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus, 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. 2008 Ford Taurus 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. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Taurus |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 78 L |