1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 4 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 153 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 169 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Mondial | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
