1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 24 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 172 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 573 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, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | Mondial | Jazz |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 42 L |