1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 9 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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 (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
