1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 430 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
