1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort 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 196 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Escort |
Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 54 L |