1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 18 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 994 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 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Festiva | Murano |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |