1985 Dodge Colt vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Colt weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Colt | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Colt | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2300 mm |
