1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | Mondial | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
