1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1998 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1998 Nissan Presea 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Presea weights approximately 250 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 Nissan Presea (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1998 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Festiva | Presea |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |
