1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1762 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 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Festiva | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3030 mm |
