1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 Volkswagen GLI
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen GLI is newer by 21 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 67 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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, 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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 (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen GLI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 Volkswagen GLI | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondial | GLI |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
