2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 219 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5969 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
