1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Mondial | Retona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
