2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 18 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (268 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 666 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Avalanche | Mondial |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 86 L |