1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. 2006 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Mondial | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 99 L |
