1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 24 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 145 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 375 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. 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, 2011 Kia Soul, 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 (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | Mondial | Soul |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 48 L |