1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 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 139 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 121 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari Mondial 2001 Ford Mondeo
Make Ferrari Ford
Model Mondial Mondeo
Year Released 1987 2001
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3186 cc 1753 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 267 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 45 L


 

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