1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 646 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta, 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 (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
