1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
