1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 23 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 104 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 136 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 2010 Honda Element, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element. 2010 Honda Element 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. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Mondial | Element |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
