1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 440 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.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Festiva | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2210 mm |