1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 25 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 100 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 138 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback. 2013 Subaru Outback 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. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Mondial | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | Mondial | Outback |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
