1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, both 1989 Ferrari Mondial and 1989 Acura Integra were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 142 more horse power than 1989 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1989 Acura Integra.
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, 1989 Acura Integra, 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 (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | Mondial | Integra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
