1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra is newer by 18 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 178 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra, 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Vauxhall Tigra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mondial | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
