2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1984 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 186 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1984 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Grand Caravan | Mondial |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |