1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 326 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano 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, 2004 Nissan Murano 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Murano |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 82 L |
