1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 22 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 507 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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 (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | Mondial | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 51 L |
