1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 20 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 119 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 196 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondial | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
