1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 403 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 85 L |
