1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1997 Renault Safrane

To start off, 1997 Renault Safrane is newer by 7 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 128 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 49 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, 1997 Renault Safrane, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane. 1997 Renault Safrane 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. 1997 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ferrari Mondial 1997 Renault Safrane
Make Ferrari Renault
Model Mondial Safrane
Year Released 1990 1997
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3186 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.6 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1476 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 38 L


 

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