1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 7 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva.
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, 1994 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1994 Rover 400 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Festiva | 400 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |