1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio 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 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 160 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 374 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2002 Mahindra Scorpio 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 Mahindra Scorpio 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mahindra |
| Model | Mondial | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
