1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial 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 192 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 325 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
