1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 16 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 113 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 46 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback 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, 2005 Subaru Outback 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | Mondial | Outback |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
