1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1989 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 248 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1989 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1182 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 116 L |
