1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 155 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki Cervo 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 1977 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Festiva | Cervo |
Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |