1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondial | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
