1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 1993 Honda NSX is newer by 7 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, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1993 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | Mondial | NSX |
Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |