1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 14 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 126 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 2002 Holden Vectra, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Mondial | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Mondial | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
