1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 335 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
Model | Mondial | Sky |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 49 L |