1988 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Electra | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
