1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 18 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 115 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | Mondial | Frontier |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |