1988 Dodge Shadow vs. 1988 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, both 1988 Dodge Shadow 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 174 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Shadow. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Shadow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 295 kg more than 1988 Dodge Shadow. 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 Shadow, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Shadow | 1988 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Shadow | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
