1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1996 Honda Today

To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today 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 220 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 640 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today 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, 1996 Honda Today 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ferrari Mondial 1996 Honda Today
Make Ferrari Honda
Model Mondial Today
Year Released 1998 1996
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3184 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 267 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 57 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 710 kg


 

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