1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 12 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 310 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, 1999 Honda HR-V (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Festiva | HR-V |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |