1990 Audi 200 vs. 1988 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1990 Audi 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200, 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, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 200 | 1988 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | 200 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 86 L |