1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 435 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 1970 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Festiva, 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Maverick | Festiva |
Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2300 mm |