1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2002 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 15 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Sonata (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 615 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, 2002 Hyundai Sonata (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2002 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Festiva | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
