1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 17 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 935 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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 (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
