2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 20 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 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 279 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1989 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 | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Town & Country | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| 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 | 251 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 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 | 1815 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 | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 86 L |
