1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 20 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 123 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 76 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondial | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
