1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 404 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1985 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | G |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
