1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla 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 3,186 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 1991 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 551 kg more than 1991 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | Mondial | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |