1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1993 Mercury Capri is newer by 3 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 (268 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 450 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri. 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, 1993 Mercury Capri, 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | Mondial | Capri |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
