1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 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 157 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Mondial | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 58 L |
