1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 18 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 129 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 369 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Focus, 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 51 L |
