2004 Acura MDX vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 18 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | MDX | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 86 L |
