1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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 127 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Mondial | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1493 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
