2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 23 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 337 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Town & Country | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 86 L |
