1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 19 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Prius weights approximately 490 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, 2006 Toyota Prius (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Festiva | Prius |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
