1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 560 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Escort |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
