1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 20 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 156 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 56 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Mondial | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
