1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 16 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 250 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 2003 Mazda Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mazda Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Festiva | Roadster |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |