1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 3 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 41 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (226 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1989 Saab 9000, 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | Mondial | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |
