1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 571 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2005 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | Mondial | Safari |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 102 L |
