2001 Dodge Durango vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2001 Dodge Durango is newer by 14 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 439 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. 2001 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Durango | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
