1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Ford Focus

To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 19 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 157 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari Mondial 2006 Ford Focus
Make Ferrari Ford
Model Mondial Focus
Year Released 1987 2006
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3185 cc 1753 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1850 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1362 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 53 L