1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 25 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 (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 660 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 2011 Honda Odyssey 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. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Mondial | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 79 L |
