1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Toyota Previa

To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 147 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 104 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, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ferrari Mondial 2005 Toyota Previa
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model Mondial Previa
Year Released 1990 2005
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3405 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 75 L


 

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