1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 890 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 2005 Ford Expedition 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. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
