1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1988 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, both 1988 Dodge Colt and 1988 Ferrari Mondial were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt, 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, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Colt | 1988 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Colt | Mondial |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |