2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 17 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Nitro | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 86 L |
