1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 965 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | Mondial | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |
