1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (93 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 646 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mondial | Lancer |
Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |