1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena 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) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 222 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. 1999 Nissan Serena has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Serena will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Serena |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1840 mm |
