1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1988 Nissan Prairie is newer by 2 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 432 kg more than 1988 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Nissan Prairie, 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
