1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 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 44 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 6 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo, 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 (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 59 L |