1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 6 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 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 735 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (260 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Festiva | 280 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2840 mm |