1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 12 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 (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 138 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Mondial | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
