1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1991 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1991 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 236 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, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1991 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Festiva | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
