1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 106 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 64 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat, 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, both vehicles can yield 310 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondial | Passat |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |