1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 8 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), 1995 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 180 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 1995 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Festiva | Vitara |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
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 | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2210 mm |