1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2010 Renault Espace
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 20 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (268 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 279 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, 2010 Renault Espace, 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 2010 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2010 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Mondial | Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 83 L |
