1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 11 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 124 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Mondial | MPV |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
