1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 25 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. 2012 Volvo XC60 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. 2012 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | Mondial | XC60 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 323 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |