2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota. 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Dakota | Mondial |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 86 L |