1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 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 80 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 206 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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Mondial | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |
