1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 15 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 751 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | Mondial | Elise |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 40 L |