2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1987 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Caravan | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Caravan | Mondial |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |