1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 37 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
Model | Mondial | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2393 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |