1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Mondial | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
