1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Colt is newer by 3 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 541 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt. 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, 1990 Plymouth Colt, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | Mondial | Colt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
