1989 Austin Montego vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego, 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Montego | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
