1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 2 (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 325 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 Mazda 2 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Festiva | 2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |
