1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 129 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 468 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | Mondial | MR2 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 48 L |