1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Rocky | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
