1999 Audi TT vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 71 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | TT | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 86 L |
