1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 24 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 133 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 119 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 2013 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 56 L |
