1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 66 kg more than 1987 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus, 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
