1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1999 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Nissan Laurel is newer by 13 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 (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 146 kg more than 1999 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Laurel. 1999 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1999 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | Mondial | Laurel |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |