1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 10 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 137 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar. 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, 1999 Ford Cougar, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Cougar |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |