1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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 143 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 411 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. 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 Suzuki Forenza, 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondial | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
