1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 304 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy. 1984 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ferrari | GMC |
Model | Mondial | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |