1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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 (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | Mondial | Civic |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |