2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 18 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 151 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber, 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Caliber | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3186 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 86 L |
