1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 101 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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 (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Mondial | Element |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
