1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 14 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 16 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2003 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | Mondial | Clio |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |