1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 18 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 207 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondial | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 40 L |
