1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 149 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 73 L |
