1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 21 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 770 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
