1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 8 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 179 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1991 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 1991 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondial | Sharan |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |