1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1051 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, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 2010 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Edge |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 132 L |
