1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 17 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 175 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
Model | Mondial | Vitara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |