1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1991 Honda Accord

To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 106 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1991 Honda Accord, 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 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ferrari Mondial 1991 Honda Accord
Make Ferrari Honda
Model Mondial Accord
Year Released 1990 1991
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3405 cc 2449 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 249 km/hour 209 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2810 mm


 

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