1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 316 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 73 L |
