1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 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 181 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 230 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. 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, 1991 Rover 400, 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) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (180 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | Mondial | 400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
