1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 21 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Vue weights approximately 265 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2009 Saturn Vue 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, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
Model | Mondial | Vue |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |