1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 11 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 560 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Festiva | Magna |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |