1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1991 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. 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 130 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 335 kg more than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Mondial | 1991 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
