1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon

To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 17 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 207 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari Mondial 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
Make Ferrari Kia
Model Mondial Pride Wagon
Year Released 1987 2004
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3185 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2350 mm


 

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