1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1997 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1997 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Ranger |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |