1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Econovan |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |