1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 13 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 670 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Festiva | Almera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2540 mm |
