1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 1990 Ferrari Mondial and 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 133 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | Mondial | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |
