1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1985 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Micra 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 8 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 Nissan Micra. 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1985 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Festiva | Micra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2310 mm |
