1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1997 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 806 is newer by 10 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 806 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 635 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, 1997 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1997 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Festiva | 806 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
