1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 91 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 30 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, 1991 Honda Accord, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1991 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | Mondial | Accord |
Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2449 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
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 | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |