1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 12 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 186 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. 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, 1999 Toyota Echo, 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Mondial | Echo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
