1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Capri (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Capri weights approximately 372 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.
Because 1986 Ford Capri 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 1986 Ford Capri. 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 (99 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1986 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Festiva | Capri |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 95 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1182 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2400 mm |