1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1361 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Festiva | Montero |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2790 mm |
