1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 23 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 33 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 780 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondial | Touareg |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.8: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |