2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (271 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Express | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 86 L |
