1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 19 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 84 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (186 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 691 kg more than 2009 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 (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | Mondial | Elise |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 38 L |