1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | LeSabre | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
