2004 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, 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, both vehicles can yield 310 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Audi A4 | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A4 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |